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Navigating the complexities of therapeutic product licences in Singapore is important for pharmaceutical and medical device businesses to maintain regulatory compliance. When there are changes to a product’s safety, efficacy, quality, or forensic classification changes after registration of the pharmaceutical products, understanding the process and requirements for licence variations becomes crucial. This guide offers an […]

As standards of living and healthcare quality rise, the demand for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other medical commodities, collectively called health products, is on the rise. With more products entering the market, it’s vital to have robust regulatory systems in place to ensure timely access to safe and effective therapies. Strengthening the registration framework is […]

  Product Registrant Responsibilities In Singapore, the Marketing Authorization Holder (MAH), also known as the Product Registrant, is responsible for ensuring that products released into the market are safe and of high quality. This obligation includes pharmacovigilance (PV) activities such as monitoring safety profiles, adverse event reporting, active surveillance programs, and compiling Periodic Benefit-Risk Evaluation […]

Have you ever wondered what the difference between the terms “biosimilar” and “generic drugs” is? In the pharmaceutical industry, the distinctions between biosimilar and generic drugs play an important role in affecting healthcare accessibility and affordability, particularly in the context of pharmaceutical product registration. This guide explores the contrasting regulatory frameworks for biosimilars and generics, […]

In today’s fast-paced society, maintaining a healthy diet has never been more relevant. Nutraceuticals, or health supplements, are becoming increasingly popular for their role in maintaining overall health and supplementing nutrients lacking in our daily diets. These products are typically derived from natural and organic sources, catering to growing interests in areas such as immunity, […]

  Entering a new market like Singapore can indeed be a strategic move for Chinese pharmaceutical companies expanding into Southeast Asia. Today TRC would like to highlight 6 key areas from a regulatory perspective: 1. Quality of the CMC documents- Drug Substance a)     GMP Compliance: Starting from October 2024, compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) […]